FSM Choice Awards 26: Steady Hands in Uncertain Markets – FSM Global's Top Fund Managers Recognised

In this article, we reveal the most outstanding Funds and Asset Managers of 2026/27 plus enjoy a special cashback promotion when you invest in these winners.

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FSM Choice Awards 26: Steady Hands in Uncertain Markets – FSM Global's Top Fund Managers Recognised

Each year, FSM Global is honoured to pay tribute to the distinguished achievements of our valued Asset Management partners, whose funds have performed with distinction across a range of categories. This award stands as a tribute to the discernment and expertise of these fund managers who have guided investor’s portfolios through periods of volatility and emerged on top.

Explore the latest FSM Global’s Recommended Funds Report here.

FSM Choice Awards 2026 – The Winners

Category

Fund

Top Selling Equity Fund

LionGlobal Korea Fund SGD

Top Selling Fixed Income Fund

PIMCO Income Fund Admin Cl Inc SGD-H

Top Selling Multi Asset Fund

Allianz Income and Growth Cl AMi3 DIS H2-SGD

Top Selling Equity Fund (Regular Savings Plan)

FSSA Dividend Advantage A QDIS SGD

Top Selling Fixed Income Fund (Regular Savings Plan)

PIMCO Income Fund Admin Cl Inc SGD-H

Top Selling Multi-Asset Fund (Regular Savings Plan)

Allianz Income and Growth Cl AMi3 DIS H2-SGD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return Funds

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Global Equity

Allspring Global Equity Enhanced Income A Dis USD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: US Equity

PineBridge US Large Cap Research Enhanced A USD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Digital Economy Equity

Fidelity Global Technology A-ACC-USD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Europe Equity

M&G (Lux) European Strategic Value A Inc EUR

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Asia ex Japan Equity

M&G (Lux) Asian A Acc USD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Japan Equity

Amova Japan Equity SGD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Singapore-Centric Bond

Amova Short Term Bond SGD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Asian Bond

Manulife Asia Pacific Investment Grade Bond A MDis SGD

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Global Bond

PIMCO Income Fund Admin Cl Inc SGD-H

Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Global High Yield Bond

BNY Mellon Global Short-Dated High Yield Bond H Inc SGD-H

Investor’s Choice – Fund House of the Year

Fund House of the Year

PIMCO

Promotion

Great funds don’t just win awards, they help investors like you build stronger portfolios. To mark this year’s FSM Choice Awards, we’re rolling out a special cashback promotion on a selection of these award-winning funds. Invest the following amount in any combination of the funds mentioned below to enjoy cashback! For every S$25,000 invested, you stand to earn S$10 of cashback, up to a maximum of S$100.

Invested Amount

Cashback

Total of at least S$25,000

S$10

Total of at least S$50,000

S$20

Total of at least S$75,000

S$30

Total of at least S$100,000

S$40

Total of at least S$250,000

S$100

Eligible funds for this campaign

Please note that only the specific share classes of the funds listed below are eligible for this Promotion. Investments made into a different share class of an eligible fund will not qualify for the Campaign.

  1. Allianz Income and Growth Cl AMi3 DIS H2-SGD
  2. Unlock regular monthly income and dynamic capital potential with the Allianz Income and Growth Class AMi3 DIS H2-SGD. Built for investors seeking consistent yield and equity market upside, this multi-asset flagship utilises a three-pronged strategy: US High Yield Bonds for elevated income, US Convertible Bonds for growth with downside cushioning, and US Equities with Covered Calls to capture gains while generating extra cash flow.

    Conveniently SGD-hedged seeks to reduce the impact of the currency fluctuations, this distributing share class may be suitable for building a reliable passive income stream.

  3. Allspring Global Equity Enhanced Income A Dis USD
  4. Capture global growth while boosting your cash flow with the Allspring Global Equity Enhanced Income Fund (Class A Dis USD). Designed for investors seeking elevated yield alongside international equity exposure, this strategy combines a core portfolio of high-quality global companies with an income-enhancing option strategy. By balancing global equity growth with an optimised payout profile, this USD distributing share class provides an effective solution for generating potential income while staying invested in world-class market leaders.

  5. BNY Mellon Global Short-Dated High Yield Bond H Inc SGD-H
  6. Retaining the crown of “Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Global High Yield Bond” from last year, this fund helps you to maximize your income potential while seeking to manage interest-rate sensitivity. By focusing on short-maturity global high-yield corporate bonds, this strategy delivers an attractive, regular yield with significantly reduced duration risk and lower price volatility than traditional high-yield funds. Ideal for income-focused investors looking to navigate shifting rate environments, this distributing share class is SGD-hedged to protect your returns against currency fluctuations while delivering consistent cash payouts.

  7. Manulife Asia Pacific Investment Grade Bond A MDis SGD
  8. Keeping the crown of “Best Risk-Adjusted Return: Asian Bond”, this fund serves to anchor your portfolio with reliable yield and high credit quality bonds. Strategically focused on high-grade corporate and sovereign issuers across the vibrant Asia-Pacific region, this strategy delivers an optimal balance of capital preservation and steady income with lower credit risk. Perfect for defensive, income-focused investors, this SGD monthly-distributing share class provides a consistent stream of passive cash flow while potentially maintaining a strong, resilient foundation for your wealth.

  9. PIMCO Income Fund Admin Cl Inc SGD-H
  10. Access premier global fixed income expertise with the PIMCO Income Fund (Admin Class Inc SGD-H). This fund is our pick for a global bond fund, and it is powered by PIMCO's flagship multi-sector strategy. This flexible bond fund dynamically allocates across higher-yielding corporate bonds, mortgage-backed securities, and high-grade global debt to generate attractive monthly income while prioritising capital preservation. Built to perform across shifting market cycles, this SGD-hedged distributing share class delivers a resilient, cash-generating core for any income-focused portfolio. In addition, Admin Class has a lower unified fee of around 1.05% versus other classes, which may translate into stronger expected future returns.

  11. PineBridge US Large Cap Research Enhanced A USD
  12. Elevate your core US equity exposure with the PineBridge US Large Cap Research Enhanced Fund (Class A USD). Blending the structural benefits of broad market index tracking with fundamental, research-driven insights, this strategy seeks to consistently outperform the S&P 500 while maintaining a disciplined, controlled risk profile. By systematically capturing high-conviction alpha opportunities across industry-leading American companies, this USD share class offers an ideal foundation for long-term capital appreciation in the world’s most dynamic equity market.

Terms and Conditions

  1. The Unit Trust Cashback Promotion (the “Promotion”) is valid from 10 September 2026 to 09 October 2026 (the “Promotional Period”), inclusive of both dates.
  2. To be eligible, orders must be placed before 3.00pm on 09 October 2026.
  3. To qualify for this Promotion, investments are subjected to minimum amounts imposed in the Prospectus of the Funds.
  4. Switch Buy, CPFIS-OA, CPFIS-SA and SRS transactions are not eligible for this Promotion.
  5. Only payments made by cash in a Buy or RSP transaction are eligible for this Promotion.
  6. Switching from other funds and transfer-ins will not be eligible. Transfer-ins that are not eligible include those from the companies using the iFAST platform (including iFAST Global Markets) to FSM Global.
  7. Each FSM Global account holder will be eligible for S$10 worth of cashback, credited into his/her FSM Global Cash Account, for every S$25,000 invested (or equivalent in the fund’s respective currency).
  8. Each FSM Global account holder will be eligible for up to S$100 cashback per account.
  9. Promotional cashback will be calculated and given on a net cash transaction basis (total cash subscription less total cash redemption) at the end of the Promotional Period. Investors need to hold, without selling his/her investment till the end of Promotional Period, to be eligible for the Promotion.
  10. Eligible investors will receive the cashback between 6-8 weeks after the Promotional Period.
  11. The FSM Global Account must be an Active and Confirmed account to be eligible to receive the Cashback.
  12. If the reward cannot be successfully credited to the eligible participant’s account within the crediting dates (including, but not limited to, inactive, suspended, or restricted accounts, or incorrect account details), FSM Global may, at its sole discretion, issue a notification email granting a specified deadline to update or reactivate the account. If the participant fails to fulfill the necessary account requirements by the deadline stated in the email and/or no response is received within the aforementioned deadline, the reward shall be automatically forfeited.
  13. Each FSM account holder will be eligible to receive the reward one time only in the course of this Promotion.
  14. This Promotion is valid on a single account basis only; two or more FSM Global accounts cannot be combined to be eligible for this Promotion.
  15. By participating in this Promotion, the participants agree that they have read, understood and agree to be bound by all Terms and Conditions stated herein. FSM Global reserves the right to amend the Terms and Conditions without prior notification.
  16. FSM Global reserves the right to claw back any rebates credited if:
    • transactions are found to involve artificial manipulation intended to qualify for the Promotion; or
    • the client’s account is found to have been used in a manner inconsistent with the intent of the Promotion
  17. FSM Global reserves the right to amend the Terms and Conditions without prior notification.
  18. The decision of FSM Global on all matters relating to the Promotion is final and any appeal will not be entertained by FSM Global.

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